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Aging has a way of slowing down your body. It can affect your muscles, strength and flexibility. You can’t prevent aging, but you can control how your body ages. While aging can be a major contributor to the slowdown, it is not the only reason. People who maintain a healthy lifestyle will not suffer from aging as much as others. Their body will still be able to stay active without causing too much trouble. The good news is that your body gives you clear signals about which direction you’re going. Think of these natural abilities as a progress card. If…

AI authors promise to reduce the burden of documentation, but new real-world data reveal a more complex reality: modest efficiency gains, unchanged after-hours work, and important questions about how clinicians actually use the time they save. Study: Changes in physician time spend and visit volume with the adoption of AI-powered scribes. Image credit: Andrey_Popov/Shutterstock.com Artificial intelligence (AI) scribes can modestly benefit clinicians by reducing time spent recording and documenting electronic health records and increasing weekly visit volume, according to a new study published in GLASS. AI scribes are emerging to deal with the growing documentation burden Electronic health record (EHR)…

Each year, tens of millions of Americans experience mental illness—yet too many still struggle to be seen, heard, or connected to the care they need. Mental Health Awareness Month is a time to recognize this reality and act on it.Working in the behavioral health field, we know that when someone is going through a crisis, it can be difficult to know how to support them. This month, SAMHSA encourages everyone to “See the Person. Support the Journey.”See the FaceMental health shapes how people think, feel and relate to others every day. For people living with conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar…

A basic look at one of the most talked about skin care trends: The truth about waterless skin care. Recently, this phrase has become a trend: “Skin care without water.” It’s often framed as the “best” choice for your skin. More potent, less diluted, more targeted…But like many things in skin care, the truth is much more subtle. Let’s break down the truth about waterless skincare: What water actually does in products, how it compares to oil-based alternatives, and what your skin really needs to stay balanced, hydrated and supported. Is water in skincare just a filler? If you’ve ever…

New research highlights the ages at which Alzheimer’s-related brain changes accelerate, offering critical clues about when screening may be most effective. Study: Breakpoints in Alzheimer’s Disease Biomarkers and Cognition Across the Aging Spectrum: The Mayo Clinic Aging Study. Image credit: Orawan Pattarawimonchai/Shutterstock.com A recent study published in Alzheimer’s and dementia investigated the specific ages at which Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers and cognitive measures show significant slope changes, providing insight into the timing of early pathological processes across the aging spectrum. Molecular pathology and biomarker development in Alzheimer’s disease Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by gradual cognitive decline,…

Fildena is a popular drug that is widely used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED). With the active ingredient Sildenafil Citrate, it offers numerous benefits for men seeking to improve their sexual performance and regain their confidence. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the various Fildena benefitshow it works, its uses and important safety issues to be aware of. What is Fildena? Fildena is an oral medication primarily prescribed for erectile dysfunction. It contains sildenafil citrate, which helps increase blood flow to the penis and helps achieve and maintain an erection during sexual arousal. Fildena is available in various strengths, typically…

Man, marketing is everywhere. It’s frustrating – because it does really hard to know what you need versus what is just fluff. Today I want to tell you 5 things you NEED for the third trimester. The good news? These are not very expensive, and many you may already have. I suggest you cut through the fluff and really give you what’s important. In case we haven’t met yet — I’m Hilary, the curly head here at Pulling Curls®, but many of you may know me as The Pregnancy Nurse® also. I’ve been a nurse since 1997 and started doing…

There is a lot of uncertainty in the world right now, political, economic and environmental. While it’s always important to take care of yourself, self-care can be even more important in times of uncertainty. I’m always an advocate for physical and emotional self-care, because if you don’t take care of yourself, who will? Self care is not selfish! But self-care isn’t all about chocolate cake and salt baths. The reality is this True self-care can sometimes be… hard. So I want to offer you some food for thought, as well as some self-care tips for creating or improving an overall…

A new study reveals how lipids released after a meal can sustainably enhance T-cell metabolism, translation and immune performance, with implications for infection research and next-generation cell therapies. Study: Postprandial lipid metabolism sustains T cell immunity. Image credit: Vink Fan / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal Naturea group of researchers investigated how short-term postprandial nutritional status affects T cell metabolism, activation, and long-term immune function. Postprandial Nutrition and T Cell Function Can the timing of your last meal affect how effectively your body responds to an infection? The immune system is energy dependent and can be…

Sunscreen labels list both – broad spectrum, UVA, UVB, PA rating. Most people nod without fully understanding what each type of radiation actually does to the skin.Here is the honest, straightforward analysis.The UV spectrum: What are you really being protected from?The sun emits UV radiation in three wavelength ranges:UVA — long wavelength (315–400 nm)UVB — medium wavelength (280–315 nm)UVC — short wavelength (100–280 nm) – absorbed by the atmosphere, does not reach the skinYou need protection from UVA and UVB rays. Here’s what each one does.Protect your skin with Be BodywiseWhat UVB rays do to your skinUVB stands for ultraviolet…